About us

Established in 1983 in a small Sanibel Island boutique filled with artfully stylish pieces, Chico’s has evolved to inspire accomplished women to embrace and express their individuality through effortless chic and unique styles. We’re dedicated to making women feel confident and beautiful. Build your career with a team that empowers you.

Position Objective:

This position is primarily responsible for assisting Technical Designers with various tasks including sample preparation, fit session administration, and data entry functions as appropriate by Brand.  Assists in meeting departmental goals and ensuring Brand integrity throughout fit process while keeping the customer in mind.

Functional Responsibilities:

·       Assists in the preparation of daily fittings: measures samples; evaluates garment fit and construction as it relates to the specific standard requirements.   

·       Assists in the preparation of technical packages in including entry of measurements, pictures, sketches and additional relevant information into PLM system.

·       Assists in entering fit notes and comments into PLM system.

·       Assists with the coordination/scheduling/set up of meetings.

·       Communicates daily with vendors via fax and e-mail on various technical issues.

·       Administers the receipt and organization of garments.

·       May oversee the wear trial process including evaluating wear trial results, tracking product under testing and maintenance of the participant database.

·       Supports Tech leaders in completing departmental goals.

·       Other duties as assigned.

 

This position may be found in multiple brands.  Some duties may vary.

 

Qualifications:

·       Associate or bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Fashion Design or related field

·       1-2+ years in fashion apparel industry required

·       Understanding of garment manufacturing preferred

·       Detail oriented with strong organizational, and problem-solving skills

·       Solid written and verbal communication skills

·       Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Google Share required

·       Working knowledge of Adobe Creative suite preferred

·       Experience using Web based applications, i.e. FLEM PLM or comparable software preferred

·       Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for apparel business and ability to work effectively as a team player

·       Knowledge of pattern software preferred (Optitex, CLO, Brozwear)

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Location:

Corporate FAS Chico's FAS - Fort Myers, FL 33928

Position Type:

Regular/Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.